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The Opportunity 

We believe young people are experts in their own lives and their own mental health.

YACVic has begun a new project to hear directly from young people and community members in rural and regional areas about mental health, their experiences and ideas for a better future.

This project will include the development of a new resource to support young people to speak about mental health as well as statewide and local events delivered by young facilitators in partnership with local communities. 

With 75% of all symptoms of mental-ill health emerging before the age of 25, young people's lived experience and expertise should be taken seriously.

That's why we’re looking for young people aged 12–25 to join our working group that will lead the project and make the important decisions about what we do next! 

If you are interested apply here! 

About You 

We’re looking for young people who are passionate about mental health and interested in improving the mental health of young people in your local area. To be a part of the working group you must be:  

  • Aged 12–25 
  • Currently living in rural and regional Victoria 

  • Interested in mental health or have a lived experience of mental ill-health 

What does it involve? 

Members of the working group will participate in six online meetings between September and February that will last approximately two hours each. Participants should also expect to spend approximately one hour reading materials and preparing for each meeting beforehand. 

There will also be extra opportunities for members of the working group to facilitate and lead the state and local events. 

We will make sure that all meetings and events are accessible and inclusive. We’ll also provide support during the meetings and events so that you can participate in a way that works best for you.  

Reimbursement 

You will be reimbursed $35 per hour for your time preparing and attending meetings. You will also be reimbursed for your time if you participate and facilitate events. 

Questions 

Please feel free to contact Luke at lrycken@yacvic.org.au or call on 0416 881 511 with any questions you have about this opportunity. You can also get in contact if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirement. 

Apply 

If you are interested, please submit an application to be considered for the working group. You can apply through a few ways: 

  •  Completing the online application form 

  • Emailing your responses to the application questions to Luke at lrycken@yacvic.org.au with ‘Mental Health Working Group’ in the subject line 

  • Sending an audio or video recording of your response to Luke at lrycken@yacvic.org.au with ‘Mental Health Working Group’ in the subject line 

 Applications close on Wednesday 2 September at 7PM. 

 All applicants will be contacted and notified of the outcome by Wednesday 9 September.  

 If you need help to apply or would like to apply in a different format you can contact Luke at lrycken@yacvic.org.au or call on 0416 881 511. 

Application Questions

About You 

  • What is your name? 
  • What are your pronouns? 
  • What is your date of birth? 

Do you identify as?

 
  • Aboriginal 

  • Torres-Strait Islander 

  • Culturally or Linguistically Diverse (CALD) 

  • Living with a disability/ accessibility needs 

  • Deaf/Hard of hearing 

  • LGBTIQA+    

  • International student    

  • Low socio-economic status 

  • Prefer not to say 

  • Other 

Are you from a rural or regional area? What is your current postcode? 

If you are under 16 years old has your parent or guardian agreed to you joining the working group?  

Were you asked to apply for the working group by an organisation? What is the name of that organisation? 

In a few words, tell us about yourself and how you are connected to your local community. 


Why are you interested in the mental health of young people in your local area? 


Are you interested in leading and facilitating small events? If so, have you had any relevant experience so far? 


Will you be available to attend six online meetings from September to February?

 
Do you have any support or access needs you would like us to know about (eg Auslan interpreter, large-print documents, additional preparation time)? 

Do you have any questions?